Currently Reading: "Christmas at Rosie Hopkins Sweet Shop" by Jenny Colgan (Belated Seasonal Reading after too many other books that HAD to be read first) & "Stolen" by Kelley Armstrong (Book Spiral)

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I only add people to my friends list if I have met them in person, just my way of keeping track of who I have met and who I have yet to meet. The exception to this rule would be if we had both attended the same Conventions/Unconventions. See the bottom of my
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I'm a member of the Aberdeen, Scotland Bookcrossing Meetup group. We meet on the 4th Monday of the month (date may vary in December) at the Belmont Cinema Cafe (OBCZ) at 7.30pm. See homepage above for more details. If you are interested just come along and
join us. Or if you would like me to organise a mini-meetup (not at the usual date/time/place) just let me know :)
2017 Edit: We don't meet that often on the official day anymore but will add any mini-meetups here that I know are taking place.
***Next Mini-Meetup: Waiting for someone to suggest one.***

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Need help finding books for "1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die" book? Please go to Books and People, then Search and type in 1001-library. !!! 61 down, 940 to go :) !!!
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- Women of the Other World By Kelley Armstrong Book Spiral (Started by T_RICHARDSON_X) = Asked for my address 11.1.18, Book 1 Arrived 26.1.18, Finished 26.2.18, Book 2 Arrived 1.3.18, Book 2 Finished ????

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Ellon probably derives its name from the Gaelic 'Eilean' meaning island and the town's historical significance is based on its situation at the ford on the River Ythan(pronounced eye-than). The town is located at a point where the river is low enough to be
forded and so for many years it was the main crossing point for traffic going to and from the Buchan area. The New Inn Hotel, located opposite the river, was previously a changeover point for horses pulling coaches between Aberdeen and Peterhead. The town
was the main settlement of the Pictish province of Buchan before 400BC and in the Middle Ages the Celtic Mormaers and then the Norman (Comyn) Earls of Buchan held court and dispensed justice at the Moot Hill. This site is now marked by a monument beside the
Market Street car park. Ellon was one of the places burned in the harrying of Buchan in 1308, following Robert the Bruce's defeat of the Comynes near Oldmeldrum.

The ruins of Ellon Castle can be seen from various parts of the town. The castle was formerly known as the ancient fort of Ardgith and a number of castles have been built on this site. Sadly, the castle is not currently open to the public, although the impressive
Deer Dykes (12 foot high walls) around the castle grounds can be seen from Castle Road. ****New Update on Ellon Castle Below****(Edited 2017)

****Ellon Castle Gardens, set right in the heart of Ellon. The gardens which are at least 300 years old and were, until recently, in private ownership, were handed over to the people of Ellon in 2014 and Ellon Castle Gardens Board was established to revitalise
and conserve these gardens as a lasting resource for the people of Ellon. The Board which is elected annually from the membership is a Company Limited by Guarantee and a registered charity.

As part of the agreement, 11 flats were transferred to the Board by the developers and the income from these will enable the Board to carry out conservation work and fund the gardeners in the future.
A membership scheme has also been launched so that everyone who wants to, can get involved. Visit our Get Involved pages for more details about how you can get involved as a member and / or a volunteer. http://elloncastlegardens.org/****

The area around Ellon has been turned into a rich agricultural area through hard work and innovation as told in the words of many traditional 'bothy' ballads. The River Ythan also bought commercial importance to Ellon through the use of shallow drafted boats
from Newburgh, operating a shipping service into the Meadows in Ellon until about the 1950s.

Since the 1970's Ellon has grown rapidly. The advent of North Sea Oil and the associated demands for new development to house incoming workers saw the town grow rapidly and its role change from a traditional market centre for the surrounding rural area to a
commuter town for Aberdeen. Today, the majority of the town's residents are employed outwith the town and look to Aberdeen for many shopping and leisure services and activities. The thrust of the Strategy for the town is to ensure a more sustainable future
for the town with a better balance of work, life and leisure, building on the many attributes, qualities and opportunities the town presents.

Ellon now provides an ideal base for visitors wishing to visit National Trust and Historic Scotland properties in the area, as well as being close to magnificent beaches and coastal villages. The town is also a good centre for bird watchers with several estuary
sites, inland lochs, and cliff nesting sites nearby.

Places of Interest:

The Old Bridge: Known as the 'Auld Brig' this category A listed building built in 1793 stands to the east of the new road bridge and is open to pedestrian traffic.

Moot Hill Monument: The site of the court of the Celtic Mormaers and the Norman Earls of Buchan is located next to the Riverside car park and today is marked with a small monument and seating area.

Ellon Riverside Park: The riverside area is easily accessible to the public and includes a footpath which runs alongside the river for the length of the town. A wealth of wildlife is found in this area, including herons, salmon, trout and even the elusive otter.
The river was previously a rich source of pearll mussels and one pearl found in the river was of such high quality that it was presented to King James VI and now forms one of the brightest jewels in the Scottish Crown.www.atap.org.uk/---/index.htmwww.ythan.org.uk/

A bit shy and sensitive, you are sweet to the core.
You often find yourself on the outside looking in.
Insightful and pensive, you really understand how the world works.
You are most compatible with chocolate chip ice cream.

You're a restless rebel with an unpredictable nature.
Bright but unbridled, you tend to seek out wild experiences over new ideas.
People are frustrated by your great potential, but you love your unconventional life.
You're a heartbreaker. People get attached to you, and then you're gone.